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Laurel fire chief says EOC ready after live-burn training; extrication gear purchase to be reimbursed
Emergency Services Committee · March 1, 2026
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Summary
Fire Chief JW Hopper reported live-structure training, rookie-school staffing and that the FAP meeting room has been set up as an Emergency Operations Center; he said the department will buy extrication gear with reimbursement of $10,000 per year for three years and will seek a budget amendment.
Fire Chief JW Hopper told the Emergency Services Committee on Nov. 24 that the Laurel Fire Department conducted live-structure training over the weekend and continues rookie-school instruction for new firefighters.
Chief Hopper said one recruit returned to training after being…
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